Whatsapp
Posted : Monday, November 13, 2023 07:40 PM
TVC - Claims Benefit Advisor (Veteran Services Representative I) (00040529)
Organization: TEXAS VETERANS COMMISSION
Primary Location: Texas-Waco
Work Locations: Waco VA Regional Office 701 Clay Ave One Veterans Center Waco 76799-0001
Job: Business and Financial Operations
Employee Status: Regular
Schedule: Full-time
Standard Hours Per Week: 40.
00 Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time State Job Code: 5104 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 16 Salary (Pay Basis): 3,750.
00 - 3,750.
00 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Mar 1, 2024, 6:53:46 AM Closing Date: Mar 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM Description Please Note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed.
To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended.
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc.
must be provided before an interview can be extended.
If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
**A skills test such as an interview presentation will be required at the time of the interview.
To learn more about TVC Employee Benefits, please click on the link below: https://www.
tvc.
texas.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ERS-brochure-final-1.
pdf Submitted Through Work in Texas: Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting.
To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.
taleo.
net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.
ftl?lang=en General Description: Performs routine (entry-level) work involving advising and assisting veterans and eligible persons with the Department of Veterans Affairs claims process.
Work involves collaboration with external partners to include the Veterans County Service Officers and coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Works under close supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telecommuting policy.
The policy is decided by division and contingent on continued performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Interview veterans and family members to record and assess benefits information to determine client eligibility.
· Applies and interprets VA laws, including veterans’ case law, existing statutes and procedures, precedent rulings, and state law in the adjudication process.
· Prepares and files claims and appeals with supporting evidence for successful adjudication.
· Advises and assists veterans and other eligible family members in obtaining benefits, rights, entitlements, and other supportive services.
· Consults with medical and legal staff in the development of pertinent evidence to support claims.
· Request examinations, re-examination, or opinions to evaluate disabilities resulting from diseases or injuries.
· Establish relationships with external stakeholders and community partners to connect veterans to assisted services.
· Document all services provided into the case management system daily and maintain client files.
· Responsible for the management of daily workload through the appointment booking software.
· May prepare and submit written reports.
· May represent the agency at events and conduct briefings and/or presentations on veterans’ benefits.
· May conduct outreach activities to identify veterans, their dependents, or survivors in need of claims assistance and other supportive services.
· Must maintain accreditation with the Department of Veterans Affairs · Work hours other than designated hours may be required.
· Performs related work as assigned.
Military Crosswalk information: https://hr.
sao.
texas.
gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_SocialServices.
pdf Qualifications Minimum Education: Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work, business management, political science or a related field or the experience required when substituting for education on a year-by-year basis.
College Transcripts are required, it is preferred they be attached to the application.
Minimum Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience assisting with documentation to determine basic eligibility for benefits or programs.
Additional Requirements: A valid Texas Driver’s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
The final candidate must be able to successfully pass federal background checks and obtain accreditation to submit claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Preferred Experience and Qualification: · Honorably discharged veteran.
· Experience in filing benefit claims with the Department of Veteran Affairs.
· Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the processing of veterans’ claims; and of assessment techniques.
· Fluent in Spanish Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Skill in interviewing and advising of benefit eligibility.
· Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
· Skills in analyzing information and problem solving.
· Ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the processing of veterans’ claims.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
· Ability to provide exceptional customer service to our clients, stakeholders, and partners.
· Ability to accurately review and evaluate documents for completeness and acceptability based on agency statutes, rules, or procedures.
· Ability to meet deadlines in a timely matter.
Environmental & Physical Conditions: Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature.
May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.
Notes to Applicants: To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documents must be provided before an interview can be extended.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc.
must be provided before an interview can be extended.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.
This position has been designated as a security sensitive position.
A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS.
APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
Veterans Information: The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies.
Additional info may apply via the job posting.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of person’s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.
00 Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time State Job Code: 5104 Salary Admin Plan: B Grade: 16 Salary (Pay Basis): 3,750.
00 - 3,750.
00 (Monthly) Number of Openings: 1 Overtime Status: Non-exempt Job Posting: Mar 1, 2024, 6:53:46 AM Closing Date: Mar 15, 2024, 11:59:00 PM Description Please Note: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number, and a description of duties performed.
To receive Military Employment preference, a copy of the DD Form 214 (member #1 not accepted), NA Form 13038, VA Summary Benefits Letter, or a DD form 1300 must be provided before an interview can be extended.
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc.
must be provided before an interview can be extended.
If this information is not provided prior to the interview, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
Resumes do not take the place of this required information.
**A skills test such as an interview presentation will be required at the time of the interview.
To learn more about TVC Employee Benefits, please click on the link below: https://www.
tvc.
texas.
gov/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ERS-brochure-final-1.
pdf Submitted Through Work in Texas: Work in Texas (WIT) applicants must complete the supplemental questions to be considered for the posting.
To complete the supplemental questions please go to CAPPS Recruit to register or login and access your profile.
CAPPS Recruit: https://capps.
taleo.
net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.
ftl?lang=en General Description: Performs routine (entry-level) work involving advising and assisting veterans and eligible persons with the Department of Veterans Affairs claims process.
Work involves collaboration with external partners to include the Veterans County Service Officers and coordination with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Works under close supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgement.
To promote a strong environment, TVC maintains a telecommuting policy.
The policy is decided by division and contingent on continued performance.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: · Interview veterans and family members to record and assess benefits information to determine client eligibility.
· Applies and interprets VA laws, including veterans’ case law, existing statutes and procedures, precedent rulings, and state law in the adjudication process.
· Prepares and files claims and appeals with supporting evidence for successful adjudication.
· Advises and assists veterans and other eligible family members in obtaining benefits, rights, entitlements, and other supportive services.
· Consults with medical and legal staff in the development of pertinent evidence to support claims.
· Request examinations, re-examination, or opinions to evaluate disabilities resulting from diseases or injuries.
· Establish relationships with external stakeholders and community partners to connect veterans to assisted services.
· Document all services provided into the case management system daily and maintain client files.
· Responsible for the management of daily workload through the appointment booking software.
· May prepare and submit written reports.
· May represent the agency at events and conduct briefings and/or presentations on veterans’ benefits.
· May conduct outreach activities to identify veterans, their dependents, or survivors in need of claims assistance and other supportive services.
· Must maintain accreditation with the Department of Veterans Affairs · Work hours other than designated hours may be required.
· Performs related work as assigned.
Military Crosswalk information: https://hr.
sao.
texas.
gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_SocialServices.
pdf Qualifications Minimum Education: Associates degree or higher from an accredited college or university with major course work in social work, business management, political science or a related field or the experience required when substituting for education on a year-by-year basis.
College Transcripts are required, it is preferred they be attached to the application.
Minimum Experience: One (1) year of specialized experience assisting with documentation to determine basic eligibility for benefits or programs.
Additional Requirements: A valid Texas Driver’s License must be provided within 90 days of hire.
The final candidate must be able to successfully pass federal background checks and obtain accreditation to submit claims with the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Preferred Experience and Qualification: · Honorably discharged veteran.
· Experience in filing benefit claims with the Department of Veteran Affairs.
· Knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the processing of veterans’ claims; and of assessment techniques.
· Fluent in Spanish Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: · Skill in interviewing and advising of benefit eligibility.
· Skill in the use of a computer and applicable software.
· Skills in analyzing information and problem solving.
· Ability to interpret laws, rules, and regulations applicable to the processing of veterans’ claims.
· Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
· Ability to provide exceptional customer service to our clients, stakeholders, and partners.
· Ability to accurately review and evaluate documents for completeness and acceptability based on agency statutes, rules, or procedures.
· Ability to meet deadlines in a timely matter.
Environmental & Physical Conditions: Normal office work environment, mostly sedentary in nature.
May involve walking; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping, and bending; and safely lifting and carrying items weighing up to 30 pounds.
Work involves extensive telephone usage and repetitive hand/wrist/finger motions while using the computer.
Notes to Applicants: To receive Military Employment preference, applicable source documents must be provided before an interview can be extended.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
College transcripts, licenses, certifications, etc.
must be provided before an interview can be extended.
Attaching documents to the application is preferred.
If you require any reasonable accommodation for the interview process, please inform the hiring representative who calls to schedule your interview.
This position has been designated as a security sensitive position.
A criminal background investigation will be conducted on the final candidate for this position.
DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS, WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS.
APPLICANTS SCHEDULED FOR INTERVIEWS WILL BE CONTACTED.
Veterans Information: The Texas Veterans Commission is committed to hiring Veterans and is proud to employ the highest percentage of Veterans among all state agencies.
Additional info may apply via the job posting.
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The Texas Veterans Commission does not discriminate on the basis of person’s color, race, national origin, gender, gender identity/gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability religion, or age in employment or the provision of services.
• Phone : NA
• Location : 701 Clay Avenue, Waco, TX
• Post ID: 9112449191
